I’ll Take the Check, When You Have a Moment
On June 2, 2015, I emailed Whitson Gordon, then editor-in-chief of Lifehacker, about a freelance writing opportunity on a fairly new, food-focused blog called “Skillet.” Eight years, five EICs, four…
There Are Better Ways to Carve a Pumpkin Than That Dollar-Store Kit
Last night, I set about brutalizing some pumpkins. First, I purchased the pumpkins. Next, I stopped by the dollar store to get a little kit to carve them up. The…
Meredith’s Training Diaries: Surviving the Dreaded Taper
Welcome to Training Diaries, a Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. This series will cover all the ups, downs, and hill repeats on…
How to Buy, Use, and Care for Nonstick Cookware
Nonstick cookware makes cooking easier, but it doesn’t necessarily make cooking better. It doesn’t sear as well as cast iron or stainless steel, its finicky finish is at odds with…
You Should Treat Your Budget Like a Healthy Diet
Sticking to a budget can feel a lot like sticking to a diet. Both are a form of restriction, and you do need discipline (and often sacrifice) to see results.…
Make Better Chicken Nuggets With Thighs Instead of Breasts
You don’t have to be young, or even young at heart, to appreciate chicken nuggets. At their best, they’re tender, juicy pieces of chicken, tucked in to a well-seasoned, golden,…
The Best Water Filters to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’
As senior health editor Beth Skwarecki once said, you can’t avoid “forever chemicals” in your life (they’re already in 45% of our water supplies). You can, however, lower your exposure…
My 10 Favorite Prime Day Deals That Are Actually Worth Your Attention
It seems like Prime Day gets more commercialized every year. The deals are advertised earlier, and sometimes aren’t deals at all. Target and Best Buy are scrambling to claim their…
The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: Who Threw a Fleshlight at Lil Nas X?
As we limp through what will surely be the hottest summer in human history (until next year), let’s take a moment to consider what the kids are up to: Learning…
These Simple Food Choices Can Drastically Reduce Your Environmental Impact
A few years ago, during a long drive from San Diego to Davis, I decided to go vegan cold turkey. I was driving toward my alma mater, where I was…